Khamenei assumed almost total control over Iran during his nearly 4 decades in power ... and was known to be a ruthless leader who suppressed anyone who opposed him, and is accused of mismanaging the country's economics and isolating its people. On the other hand, he said "war is never a good thing" ... and is praying for "a peaceful outcome, for the protection of innocent lives, and for a future where freedom and peace win." As we mentioned, America and the IDF launched attacks on Iran Saturday to topple the regime in Tehran after they began rebuilding their vault of nuclear weapons the U.S. claimed to have destroyed last year.
Author: TMZ Staff
Published at: 2026-02-28 23:04:54
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